Senior Field Inspector

Jacobs Engineering Group Inc.; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 121,000; Full time

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking a Senior Field Inspector for our Atlanta, GA project. The role involves coordinating all construction QA activities under the resident engineer, enforcing contract terms, and supervising a team of inspectors.

Responsibilities include daily status reporting, reviewing plans for constructability, and coordinating testing, safety, and site logistics. Requires extensive field experience and supervisory capability, with a strong focus on quality and compliance.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of field inspection experience on construction projects.
• Ability to read and interpret civil/architectural drawings and project procedures.
• Experience directing and supervising a team of inspectors (2+).
• Knowledge of QA/QC plans and construction specifications structure.

Responsibilities

• Observe and enforce compliance with contract plans and specs.
• Coordinate inspector activities and schedule inspections.
• Prepare daily consolidated reports from site inputs.
• Monitor contractor progress and resolve field problems.
• Ensure QA/QC conformance with documents and safety plans.
• Assist in contractor payment verifications and change orders.
• Attend weekly progress meetings and coordinate testing needs.

Skills

Field inspection

Reading drawings

Supervisory experience

Project coordination

MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction-related field

High school diploma / GED

Tools

PMWeb

P6 (Primavera)

Microsoft Office

Job description

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

Jacobs is looking for a Senior Field Inspector to join our team in Atlanta, GA. Working under the direction of a resident engineer, provide for the coordination and control of all construction quality assurance activities. Provide daily overall field coordination as owner’s representative for all the contractor’s work.

Lead the field inspection effort by personally observing and enforcing compliance with the Terms and Conditions (plans and specifications) of a Construction Contract.

Monitor the progress of work by the contractor. Inform the supervisor or resident engineer daily as to the overall status of the project and any current or potential design or construction problems. Prepare a consolidated daily report based on input from daily reports prepared by assigned Inspectors.

Regularly review plans and specifications for constructability and conformance to project objectives.

Evaluation of contractor workforce and equipment used on the project to determine if they are sufficient to meet the contractor’s planned schedule.

Coordinate activities of contractors and inspectors. Schedule inspections and monitor reports for compliance with contract documents.

Coordinate and monitor the QA/QC plans for conformance with construction documents.

Coordinate site security, maintenance, and access plans for all contractors.

Verify contractor’s work-in-place and assist supervisor in evaluating contractor’s monthly payment applications and change order estimates.

Attend contractor’s weekly Progress Meeting.

Facilitate resolution of field problems and/or discrepancies in drawing dimensions, disputes between contractors, and coordination of testing personnel and contractor testing needs.

Coordinate installation and use of temporary utilities and facilities, traffic control, foreign object damage (FOD), trash containers, and storage areas.

Coordinate contractor activities and areas of work for the overall project.

Supervise and schedule work hours and duties of assigned Field Inspectors.

Coordinate with project Safety Coordinators and Area Safety Managers to minimize hazards while working on-site.

Safeguard and maintain the office equipment and vehicles

Monitor and ensure the correction of non-conforming work

Assist in the timely closeout of the construction contract

Other tasks may be assigned.

Here's what you'll need

More than ten years of experience in field inspection of construction work, with the majority of time spent on horizontal concrete work or municipal buildings. Previous supervisory experience is preferred.

Ability to read and understand project Safety Plans, Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) Plans, and Project Procedures Manuals.

Demonstrated ability to read and adequately interpret engineering drawings for civil and architectural projects.

Working knowledge of the Construction Specifications Institute or other professional specification structure and implementation principles.

Demonstrated ability to read and interpret a project schedule developed using the critical path method.

Previous experience directing, coordinating, and supervising a staff of two or more inspectors.

Experience with scheduling, spreadsheet, document, and database software (PMWeb, P6, and Microsoft Office Suite).

Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in a construction-related field, plus six years of relevant field construction inspection experience.

Minimum – High school diploma, or G.E.D., and 10 years of field experience working in a construction environment that requires obtaining regulatory permits and passing municipal inspections.

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision and basic life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off (allocated plans start date 17 days per calendar year), seven paid holidays, and caregiver leave and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount as well as legally mandated benefits.

The base salary range for this position is $110,000.00 to $121,000.00; though will be paid hourly based on hours worked. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Onsite employees are expected to attend a Jacobs Workplace on a full-time basis, as required by the nature of their role.

Your application experience is important to us, and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support .